The Code of Conduct for Indoor Cycling Instructors |
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This Code of Conduct sets out the principles and expectations that underpin professional behaviour in indoor cycling instruction as supported by the Indoor Cycling Institute (ICI).
It is intended to promote safe, effective and ethical practice, and to support instructors, riders and venues in understanding what professional conduct looks like in real-world indoor cycling environments.
It is intended to promote safe, effective and ethical practice, and to support instructors, riders and venues in understanding what professional conduct looks like in real-world indoor cycling environments.
Purpose of the Code
The purpose of this Code of Conduct is to:
- Support rider safety and wellbeing
- Encourage professionalism, accountability and good judgement
- Provide clarity around expected behaviour and boundaries
- Reinforce the values that underpin ICI Professional Standards
Who this Code applies to
This Code of Conduct applies within the context of the Indoor Cycling Institute’s work.
It is expected to be upheld by:
It is expected to be upheld by:
- Instructors who hold current ICI endorsement or membership
- Instructors undertaking education delivered through ICI programmes
The Code of Conduct
As an indoor cycling instructor engaging with the Indoor Cycling Institute, I commit to the following principles of professional conduct.
Instructor qualities and professional commitments
Be safe
Teach only safe positions and practices. Support appropriate bike set-up and supervision, and raise safety concerns promptly with venue management where necessary.
Be effective
Design and deliver sessions that are purposeful and appropriate, enabling riders to work towards their goals safely and effectively.
Be prepared and efficient
Plan sessions in advance, provide clear instruction and offer options, rather than relying on improvisation without rationale.
Be accountable
Take responsibility for actions and decisions. Work only within the limits of one’s knowledge and competence, and have a clear rationale for session design and instruction.
Be kind and respectful
Use positive, inclusive language. Treat riders, colleagues and other professionals with respect, and seek to create a supportive class environment.
Be congruent
Model good practice by following one’s own guidance and demonstrating the behaviours expected of riders.
Be selfless
Focus on the needs and experience of riders. Avoid using classes as a platform for ego or personal performance.
Be responsive
Offer appropriate alternatives and modifications so that riders with different needs can participate meaningfully.
Be active and responsible
If poor or unsafe practice is observed, take appropriate action by addressing it, reporting it or seeking support through proper channels.
Be supportive of others
Encourage and support fellow instructors, including those who are new or developing, and contribute positively to the professional community.
Be instructive and informative
Help riders understand what they are doing and why, supporting learning as well as physical effort.
Be fair and inclusive
Avoid discrimination or favouritism. Provide equal respect and opportunity to all riders.
Be professional
Maintain appropriate boundaries, uphold applicable laws and policies, hold appropriate insurance and refer riders to other professionals when necessary.
Be presentable
Wear appropriate clothing and footwear suitable for indoor cycling and consistent with venue or ICI expectations.
Be committed to development
Engage in ongoing learning and reflection, recognising that good practice evolves over time.
Be safe
Teach only safe positions and practices. Support appropriate bike set-up and supervision, and raise safety concerns promptly with venue management where necessary.
Be effective
Design and deliver sessions that are purposeful and appropriate, enabling riders to work towards their goals safely and effectively.
Be prepared and efficient
Plan sessions in advance, provide clear instruction and offer options, rather than relying on improvisation without rationale.
Be accountable
Take responsibility for actions and decisions. Work only within the limits of one’s knowledge and competence, and have a clear rationale for session design and instruction.
Be kind and respectful
Use positive, inclusive language. Treat riders, colleagues and other professionals with respect, and seek to create a supportive class environment.
Be congruent
Model good practice by following one’s own guidance and demonstrating the behaviours expected of riders.
Be selfless
Focus on the needs and experience of riders. Avoid using classes as a platform for ego or personal performance.
Be responsive
Offer appropriate alternatives and modifications so that riders with different needs can participate meaningfully.
Be active and responsible
If poor or unsafe practice is observed, take appropriate action by addressing it, reporting it or seeking support through proper channels.
Be supportive of others
Encourage and support fellow instructors, including those who are new or developing, and contribute positively to the professional community.
Be instructive and informative
Help riders understand what they are doing and why, supporting learning as well as physical effort.
Be fair and inclusive
Avoid discrimination or favouritism. Provide equal respect and opportunity to all riders.
Be professional
Maintain appropriate boundaries, uphold applicable laws and policies, hold appropriate insurance and refer riders to other professionals when necessary.
Be presentable
Wear appropriate clothing and footwear suitable for indoor cycling and consistent with venue or ICI expectations.
Be committed to development
Engage in ongoing learning and reflection, recognising that good practice evolves over time.
Breaches of the Code
Where an instructor holds ICI endorsement or membership, serious or persistent breaches of this Code may be considered in relation to that status.
This may include suspension or termination of endorsement or membership where appropriate, following review.
The Code does not replace legal processes, employer disciplinary procedures or statutory obligations, and any action taken by the Institute relates only to its own endorsement or membership schemes.
This may include suspension or termination of endorsement or membership where appropriate, following review.
The Code does not replace legal processes, employer disciplinary procedures or statutory obligations, and any action taken by the Institute relates only to its own endorsement or membership schemes.
Whistleblowing and concerns
The Indoor Cycling Institute supports the reporting of genuine concerns related to breaches of this Code of Conduct.
Retaliation against individuals who raise concerns in good faith is not tolerated.
Code-related questions or concerns can be raised confidentially by contacting: [email protected].
[email protected]
Retaliation against individuals who raise concerns in good faith is not tolerated.
Code-related questions or concerns can be raised confidentially by contacting: [email protected].
[email protected]
Review and updates
This Code of Conduct may be reviewed and updated periodically to reflect evolving practice, guidance and experience within indoor cycling.
Professional conduct is not separate from good instruction. It is fundamental to it.
